Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02.

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth, ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs.
• Actively supervises and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth during daily routines, indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events.
• Assists in implementing planned, developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines for children/youth using prepared curriculum, activity plans, and materials, including group and individual activities.
• Helps arrange for or serve appropriate snacks or meals.
• Identifies and responds to emergency situations including evacuations, child/youth illness, and physical and emotional needs.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• This position has regular contact with children under the age of 18; favorably adjudicated background checks are required under Section 231 of the Crime Control Act of 1990 and DoD Instruction 1402.05.
• Subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment, including influenza vaccine and others recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable disease.
• For positions in Child Development Centers, must possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
• Must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, comply with sight and sound supervision requirements, and provide immediate responses when applicable.
• Legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Must complete all Department of Defense (DoD) and Service training requirements within specified timeframes, including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training, and any required certifications.
• Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• May work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate varying program operating schedules.
• Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors; occasional indoor and outdoor field trips may be required.

Qualifications

Resumes must clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position.

Entry Level (CY-01)

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Skill Level (CY-01)

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Minimum of 6 months experience working in group programs with children/youth.
• Completion of Entry Level DoD standardized training courses OR equivalent industry training OR six (6) semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education, child and youth development, or special education.

Target Level (CY-02)

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Minimum of 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child/youth development.
• Completion of Skill Level DoD standardized training courses OR Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age (MSA) Credential OR 12 semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, special education, Human Development, Youth Program Administration, Recreation (children and youth), Physical Education, or directly related behavioral sciences (developmental psychology, child psychology/sociology for the family). General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying.

Note: College transcripts or certificates may be required at the time of application for applicants who want to be considered for Skill or Target level.

Education

• At minimum, a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required; documentation must be provided prior to the date of selection.
• Education must be directly related to the position to be filled; general education courses do not count toward the credit total.
• All education documents must be in English or include a translated copy.
• To meet entry-level requirements, upload a copy of your high school diploma, high school transcript (showing completion date), GED certificate, or proof of a college degree.
• To meet requirements beyond entry level, a college transcript showing coursework or certifications will be required to validate higher-graded qualifications.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays.
• NAF flexible employees working in the U.S. or as a U.S. citizen/spouse/child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan; some may also be eligible for health insurance.
• Access to on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and other amenities.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs.
• Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.

Schedule

• School Age Care (SAC) Program Hours and Days of Operation: Monday through Friday, 0530-1800.
• Closed on Federal Holidays.
• Split shifts are required during the school year.
• This position provides care for children from kindergarten through 5th grade.

Area of Consideration

This job is open to candidates who live within 50 miles of Fort Huachuca, AZ. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.